2014 Toyota Prius 1.8L Hybrid electric (clean) · BC14 XAP

The vehicle presents a high level of roadworthiness, evidenced by a remarkably stable maintenance trend. The most recent test conducted on 28 July 2025 at 47,958 miles passed with no defects or advisories recorded. This consistency of clean results across the last three years suggests that the previous owners maintained high mechanical standards and that the vehicle is not currently suffering from mechanical or structural degradation. The mileage profile is notably low for a twelve-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,000 miles per year. Between July 2023 at 40,242 miles and August 2024 at 42,647 miles, the car covered only 2,405 miles, followed by another 5,311 miles leading up to the July 2025 test. This low usage typically indicates minimal wear on the hybrid drivetrain and engine components, though it increases the likelihood of age-related perish in rubber parts and fluid degradation. Despite the clean MOT history, an in-person inspection should focus on components affected by low-mileage use. The buyer should check for brake calipers that may seize or rust due to inactivity, and inspect the condition of suspension bushes and tyres, which can crack from sitting for long periods. Given the age of the Prius, verifying the health of the hybrid battery and cooling pump is essential, as these components are not covered by the standard MOT testing regime.